Kyogo Furuhashi’s tough start to life in France continued on Sunday night as he remained on the bench for the fourth consecutive match. The former Celtic forward was an unused substitute in Rennes’ emphatic 4-0 victory away from home, with his new club climbing to 11th place in Ligue 1.

Limited Game Time Since Move

Since his £10 million move from Celtic in January, Kyogo has found opportunities hard to come by. He has played just 83 minutes of football for Rennes and has managed only 12 touches of the ball in that time. It’s a stark contrast to his time at Celtic, where he was a key player and a fan favourite, known for his sharp movement and clinical finishing.

Sampaoli’s Sacking Leaves Kyogo in Limbo

The Japanese international was reportedly a key target for former Rennes boss Jorge Sampaoli, but the Argentine was sacked just days after Kyogo’s arrival. His departure has left the striker struggling to establish himself under Habib Beye, with his role in the squad now looking increasingly uncertain.

A Frustrating Spell in France

With Rennes performing well in recent games, there seems to be little urgency to bring Kyogo into the fold. The team’s dominant win at the weekend showed their attacking options are working well without him, making his chances of breaking into the starting XI even slimmer.

For Celtic fans, it’s frustrating to see such a beloved player struggling for minutes. Kyogo played a crucial role in delivering consistent silverware during his time in Glasgow, and many supporters will be hoping he can turn things around in France. However, unless he starts getting meaningful game time soon, questions will inevitably arise about whether he made the right move in January.

What Next for Kyogo?

With the season progressing and Rennes finding form, Kyogo will need to impress in training and take any opportunity that comes his way. Whether that happens remains to be seen, but for now, the Japanese forward remains a spectator as his new club pushes forward without him.